GS3 · Practice questions
Economy, environment, S&T, security
1,500 questions, with how toppers answered each. Years are the CSE year of the toppers who answered.
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Should we focus on "Mitigating the Climate Change" or "Adapting to the Changing Climate"? Argue.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Climate Change
Food Corporation of India is created with the mandate of compulsory procurement, storage and distribution under PDS system to aid farmers to ensure market protection. Discuss.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Food Security and PDSSubsidies and MSP
The 2023 Nobel Award in Chemistry was awarded for the discovery and synthesis of Quantum dots. How have the developments of quantum dots affected the various sectors over the years?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper
What are the challenges and opportunities in India's integration with the Global Value Chain to improve the business climate and ensure inclusive growth?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Trade and Foreign InvestmentInclusive Growth
Private sector participation in the operations of Indian Railways can provide a solution to the multiple issues that it faces. Discuss. Also, highlight the features of the Bharat Gaurav Scheme in this context.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
InfrastructureInvestment Models
As per World Bank data, post-harvest losses are high in grains storage in India. In this context, critically analyse the issues in food grains storage in India. Also, suggest reforms on improving food storage in India.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Agricultural Marketing
Though a critical component of India's growth engine, MSMEs grapple with multitude of challenges. Discuss. Also, suggest measures to support the growth of the MSME sector.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Industrial Policy and LiberalisationInclusive Growth
It is widely perceived that India's labour regulatory framework has been rigid and hindered the growth of output, investment and employment expansion. How far have government policies been able to address these lacunae?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
EmploymentIndustrial Policy and Liberalisation
Outline the major space missions launched by ISRO and highlight their applications in the country's development process.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Space Technology
Inclusive growth is a roadmap to intergenerational equity, redistribution of wealth, and employment generation. Explain. Also, discuss the steps taken by the government towards achieving inclusive growth.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper
Inclusive GrowthPlanning and Resource Mobilisation
Discuss the rationale behind declaring Minimum Support Price (MSP) and various issues related to MSP regime in the country. Do you think that providing legal backing to MSP is necessary and sufficient for making farming financially sustainable?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Subsidies and MSPInclusive Growth
Investment in infrastructure is pivotal for accelerated and inclusive socio-economic development of a country. In this context, discuss the significance of the National Monetisation Pipeline.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
InfrastructureInvestment Models
Social media can be leveraged by incorporating its wise use in disaster management strategies. Critically examine
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Disaster ManagementMedia and Social Networks
Analyse how fintech can enhance financial inclusion and reduce gender gaps in India. Also, identify key challenges that need to be addressed. (10M)
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Banking and FinanceInclusive Growth
Nanotechnology as per Oxford Study, holds key for zero hunger and achieving nutritional target under SDG target of zero hunger
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Emerging TechnologiesAgri-technology
Examine the role of infrastructure in economic and social transformation. Also discuss the concerns related to safety in infrastructure projects.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Infrastructure
Discuss how climate induced flood loads and reservoir level change may lead to dam failure. In what ways does the Dam Safety Act 2021 ensure prevention of dam failure-related disasters?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Disaster ManagementDisaster Risk Reduction
Discuss the macroeconomic risks posed by unregulated Virtual Digital Assets. How can India reconcile its financial stability objectives with the opportunities offered by blockchain innovation?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Banking and FinanceMonetary Policy
The system of judges appointing judges is a distinctive element of the Indian judicial system. How does the process of judicial appointment in India differ from that of the United Kingdom and the United States?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Inclusive Growth
Discuss the need for a National Employment Policy in India. What should be taken into account while formulating such a policy?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
EmploymentPlanning and Resource Mobilisation
Examine the linkages between terrorism and organized crime. Present a case for breaking the illicit bond between the two.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Organised CrimeTerrorism
Formation of CDRI brings more robustness to DM approach in India. Comment and justify the need for a new strategy to tackle disasters in India. 19. Recent rise in ransomware attacks targeting critical infra and major corporations has highlighted urgent need for stronger cybersecurity measures and policies. Discussing key factors for this trend, analyze the impact of these attacks on various sectors.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Cyber Security
What is an outcome budget? How is it different from a conventional budget? What are its advantages and limitations?
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Fiscal Policy and Budgeting
The Economic Survey 2023-24 has highlighted the flaws in the current global approach to climate change mitigation. Explain their impact on developing countries like India. Also suggest ways to balance development and climate action.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Climate ChangeEnvironmental Governance